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Lake Wylie Elementary

Elementary School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

13620 Erwin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273

Enrollment

584

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,453 of 2,648

In Charlotte

#93 of 174

public schools

In district

#99 of 179

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Lake Wylie Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Charlotte · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lake Wylie Elementary

Lake Wylie Elementary is a public elementary school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Lake Wylie Elementary serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Wylie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,453 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Wylie Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,198
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Lake Wylie Elementary — Students at Lake Wylie Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.9%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
60.9%
ELA
42.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Lake Wylie Elementary Compares

See how Lake Wylie Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in NC
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13620 Erwin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Wylie Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tega Cay Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Tega Cay), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palisades Park Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwest Middle School Charlotte 1.2 mi 3.3
Unity Classical Charter School Charlotte 1.8 mi 6.8
River Gate Elementary Charlotte 1.9 mi 6.1
Winget Park Elementary Charlotte 2.0 mi 6.8
South Pine Academy Charlotte 2.2 mi 4.1
Kennedy Middle Charlotte 2.8 mi 6.3
WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Mill 2.9 mi 6.3
Steele Creek Elementary Charlotte 3.0 mi 5.7
Olympic High School Charlotte 3.2 mi 6.7
Palisades High School Charlotte 3.2 mi
Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy Charlotte 3.9 mi 8.2
Palisades Park Elementary Charlotte 3.4 mi 8.3
Berewick Elementary Charlotte 4.1 mi 5.4
Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill 4.4 mi 8.2
Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill 4.6 mi 8.1
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy Charlotte 4.3 mi 6.2
Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay 4.8 mi 8.9
Springfield Middle Fort Mill 4.8 mi 7.7
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill 4.9 mi 7.6
Nations Ford Elementary Charlotte 4.7 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28273 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,739

Median Home Value

$304,900

Median Rent

$1,671/mo

Population

49,141

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Wylie Elementary

What grades does Lake Wylie Elementary serve?

Lake Wylie Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Wylie Elementary?

Lake Wylie Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Wylie Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Wylie Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Wylie Elementary rank in NC?

Lake Wylie Elementary ranks #1,453 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Lake Wylie Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Wylie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lake Wylie Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Wylie Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Wylie Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake Wylie Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Wylie Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake Wylie Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Wylie Elementary?

99.5% of students at Lake Wylie Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Mecklenburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
District Enrollment
144,116
Schools in District
184
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,198
District Rank
#99 of 179

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